Gateway Jax, a commercial real estate development firm, has signed a lease with Publix as the full-service grocery anchor for Pearl Square, a mixed-use neighborhood planned for downtown Jacksonville, Florida. Located at 119 W. Beaver St., between Hogan and Laura streets, the Publix will total 31,000 square feet. The project also will include a 15-story […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Big Y Foods, Executive News, News, Northeast
D’Amour Named Big Y Senior Director, Supermarket Operations
Big Y Foods Inc. has appointed Christian P. D’Amour senior director of supermarket operations, where he will be responsible for overseeing its five supermarket districts, ensuring operational excellence across all locations. A third-generation D’Amour family member, he is a grandson of Big Y co-founder Gerald E. D’Amour and son of Executive Chairman Charles L. D’Amour. He […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest, News
Fareway Raises $400K For Muscular Dystrophy Association
Fareway Stores Inc. has raised more than $400,000 through two fundraisers – the MDA Shamrocks Round Up campaign and the Fareway MDA Golf Classic – to support the the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s mission to fund research, care and advocacy across Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Illinois, Nebraska and Missouri. The February roundup campaign, part of MDA’s […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot Opens New Location In Clendenin, WV
Save A Lot has opened a new store at 106 Beech St. in Clendenin, West Virginia, that replaces an older location in town. Owned and operated by Houchens Food Group, the store features a deli with fried chicken, salads and other grab-and-go items. It is among the 88 Houchens Food Group locations across West Virginia, Kentucky, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Northeast
Wakefern Ties, Hybrid Model Allow Price Rite Marketplace To Thrive In Rhode Island
The Griffin Report recently chatted with Kevin McDonnell, president of Price Rite Marketplace, about the state of the supermarket industry in Rhode Island. How would you describe Price Rite Marketplace’s product assortment strategy and the factors that influence that approach? At Price Rite Marketplace, our focus is on creating a curated assortment of products […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, National, News, Save A Lot
Save A Lot, Meals On Wheels Supporting Seniors Via Donation Campaign
In honor of National Grandparents Day on Sept. 7, Save A Lot is partnering with Meals on Wheels America to raise funds in support of local programs that deliver services to seniors experiencing hunger and isolation. Through Sept. 16, shoppers can donate $1, $3 or $5 to Meals on Wheels at checkout in participating locations […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Sendik's
Sendik’s Food Market Hosts Annual Golf Outing To Support Veterans
Veterans across Wisconsin will be able to participate in an annual trip to the war memorials in Washington, D.C., thanks to a $65,000 donation to Stars and Stripes Honor Flight from the owners of Sendik’s Food Market and their trading partners. The donation was raised through Sendik’s Annual Golf Outing, which was held Aug. 18 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops In Education Program Surpasses $2M In Donations
Tops Friendly Markets has brought back the Tops in Education Program (TIE), which runs until the end of the 2025-26 school year May 31. The program has donated more than $2 million to more than 1,000 area schools since its inception in 2012. The Tops in Education Program makes it easy for families to support […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Opens Second Store In Louisville, KY
Publix Super Markets’ second store in Louisville, Kentucky, opened Sept. 3 at 10005 Ballardsville Road. To celebrate its 95th anniversary, the grocer handed out commemorative reusable bags to the first 95 customers in line at the grand opening. “We are excited to open our second location in Louisville,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Preps Supermarket For Opening In Oxnard, CA
Vallarta Supermarkets will hold a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting Sept. 17 for a replacement store at 3443 Saviers Road in Oxnard, California. The first 300 customers will get a free reusable grocery bag filled with food, while five local schools and charities will receive a share of $5,000 in donations. There also will […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
ShopRite Partners In Caring Begins Annual Cheerios Contest
ShopRite Partners In Caring is kicking off its annual Cheerios Contest, a fundraiser that features stores across its six-state operating area vying to raise the most funds for local food banks through Oct. 4. The locations that collect the most money will have their associates’ photos featured on a special Cheerios cereal box in March. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, IGA, National, News
IGA, Flipp Offer Tech Solutions To Support Independent Grocers
The Independent Grocers Alliance is partnering with Flipp, a merchandising and media platform that powers the digital shopping experiences for more than 1,600 retailers and brands, to give IGA’s 7,500 global independent grocers a competitive edge in today’s evolving shopper landscape. “This partnership brings together two organizations deeply committed to supporting local communities and empowering […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers To Celebrate Store Remodel In Centennial, CO
Natural Grocers will hold a remodel celebration Sept. 12 for its store at 6774 S University Blvd. in Centennial, Colorado. The upgrades to the Cherry Knolls store, which opened in 2010, will offer customers a brighter, more open atmosphere and a contemporary layout for a faster checkout experience. The location has been upgraded using sustainable […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast
Market 32/Price Chopper Raises $57K For Muscular Dystrophy Association
Market 32 and Price Chopper’s recent in-store round-up campaign raised $47,313 in support of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The total, which included an additional $10,000 from the grocer, was revealed during a check presentation at the Market 32 in Slingerlands, New York. Through the campaign, which ran from July 1-31, customers could round up […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
H-E-B Names 10 Finalists In Annual Quest For Texas Best Competition
H-E-B has named the 10 finalists in its 12th annual Quest for Texas Best competition, a search for the best products made in-state. The small businesses will compete for a share of $100,000 in cash prizes and the chance to have their products featured on H-E-B shelves across the state. Over the past few months, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, West
Ray’s Food Place Filling Grocery Needs Of Happy Camp, CA
Happy Camp, California, sits about as far north in California as one can go. The Siskiyou County town – population about 900 – sits in the middle of the Klamath National Forest, on the banks of the Klamath River. The memorable name of the town, legend has it, was bestowed by a prospector who found […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest, News
Hy-Vee Named National Leader In Workplace Excellence, Veteran Support
Hy-Vee has garnered three national honors recognizing its strong workplace culture and support for veterans and working families. The Iowa-based grocery retailer received the Great Place To Work Certification and the 2025 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Patriot Employer Special Recognition Award for Excellence in Community Support and has been named a Best Place for Working […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Debuts New Supermarket In Raleigh, NC
Publix Super Markets has debuted a new store at 7330 Buffaloe Road in Raleigh, North Carolina. “Customers both old and new will enjoy the special features of this brand-new location, and we’re excited to provide our customers with the quality, convenience and service they know and love,” said Jared Glover, Publix’s media relations manager. To […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, IGA, National, News
IGA Begins Marketing, Technology Partnership With RSA America
In a step forward for independent grocers looking to compete with national chains through smart, scalable and affordable technology, the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has begun a partnership with RSA America. Through the collaboration, IGA retailers will gain access to RSA America’s suite of marketing and technology platforms featuring loyalty, digital promotions, e-commerce, analytics and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, News
Food City Awards $800K Through School Bucks Program
Food City recently held check presentations for its annual School Bucks program, awarding $800,000 in contributions to more than a thousand area schools. Company officials are in the process of presenting checks to the schools. Allocations are based upon the percentage of customer purchases assigned. They can monitor their progress biannually online at foodcity.com. The 2025-26 […]